Hamrey Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Alvwood. DNR lake ID 31091100.
Hamrey Lake is a 66.8-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Alvwood. Its deepest point reaches 60 ft, and about 24% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 11.9 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 31091100 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Alvwood |
| Surface area | 66.8 acres |
| Maximum depth | 60 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 24% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 11.9 ft through 2025 (satellite estimate) |
| Invasive species | Not on DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026) |
| Public water accesses | 0 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 11.9 ft.
Fishing on Hamrey Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1991 (35 years ago). Catch per net is compared with the DNR’s typical range for lakes of the same type.
| Species | Net | Catch per net | Typical range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern pike | gill | 5.0 | 2.8 to 8.7 |
| Northern pike | trap | 1.5 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.5 | 0.5 to 3.8 |
| Bluegill | trap | 2.5 | 5.7 to 40.5 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.25 | 0.3 to 1.6 |
| Tullibee (cisco) | gill | 1.67 | 1.0 to 13.3 |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 2.0 | 1.3 to 6.3 |
Fishing regulations
No lake-specific regulation found in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Regulations change. Confirm with the DNR before fishing.
Invasive species
Not on the Minnesota DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. That means no confirmed listing, not a guarantee the lake is free of invasive species.
Public boat access
No public water access on DNR record.
Nearby lakes
- Shallow Pond 2.0 mi, Itasca County
- Wagner Lake 3.5 mi, Itasca County
- Bergville Lake 4.4 mi, Itasca County
- Hendrickson Lake 5.4 mi, Itasca County
- Fiske Lake 5.4 mi, Itasca County
- Dunbar Lake 5.4 mi, Itasca County
- Island Lake 6.5 mi, Itasca County
- Little Dixon Lake 6.5 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Hamrey Lake
How deep is Hamrey Lake?
Hamrey Lake reaches a maximum depth of 60 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 24% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Hamrey Lake?
Hamrey Lake covers about 66.8 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Hamrey Lake?
Summer water clarity on Hamrey Lake averages 11.9 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Hamrey Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Hamrey Lake is not on the Minnesota DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. That means there is no confirmed listing; it is not a guarantee the lake is free of invasive species.
Are there lake homes for sale on Hamrey Lake?
Homes on Hamrey Lake come up for sale throughout the year, and some sell before they’re ever publicly advertised. Tell us what you’re looking for and our agents will run a custom search and send you matching homes on Hamrey Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Hamrey Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 24% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 11.9 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Hamrey Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Hamrey Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Hamrey Lake
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our team works Itasca County lakes every day. Send us a note or call (218) 656-6469.
Sources: Minnesota DNR LakeFinder records, DNR fish surveys (latest 1991), DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026), Minnesota Rules 6264.0400 (April 2026), MPCA monitoring via the Water Quality Portal, DNR water access records (2023), LAGOS-US. Lakewide information from public data; it does not describe any specific property. Verify shoreline, bottom type, and depth at any frontage.